NW Iowa News

Rep. Randy Feenstra, a U.S. Congressman representing Iowa's 4th district, has been vocal on social media about various legislative initiatives and political developments. His recent tweets highlight his advocacy for educational equity for farm families, support for biofuel legislation, and congratulatory remarks regarding a new appointment in the Trump administration.

On February 17, 2025, Rep. Feenstra expressed his support for farm children seeking financial aid for college education. He stated: "#IA04 farm kids deserve the same shot at getting financial aid for college as kids living in big cities." He is cosponsoring legislation to exempt the value of farm assets from FAFSA calculations.

In a tweet dated February 18, 2025, Rep. Feenstra emphasized his commitment to advocating for biofuels produced in Iowa's 4th district. He remarked: "Since I was first elected to Congress, I've worked to advocate for homegrown #IA04 biofuels." This statement coincided with his efforts alongside Midwestern colleagues to introduce legislation ensuring E15 availability nationwide throughout the year.

On February 19, 2025, Rep. Feenstra extended congratulations to Howard Lutnick on his appointment as Secretary of Commerce under President Trump's administration. He noted: "Congratulations to President Trump's new Secretary of Commerce, Howard Lutnick!" Feenstra expressed optimism about opening new export markets and holding trading partners accountable.